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Updated April 25, 2013 11:20 p.m. ET

Giants Select Syracuse Offensive Lineman Pugh

The Giants have spent all off-season talking about their desire to beef up in the trenches. They made their most significant move to solidify that area Thursday, selecting Syracuse offensive lineman Justin Pugh with the 19th overall pick in the NFL Draft's first round. Pugh, a three-year starter at left tackle for the Orange, is an athletic, 6-feet-5, 307-pound blocker who drew praise from the Giants front-office executives and coaching staff for his smooth technique and versatility. "We like guys who can do multiple things and we think this guy can play left...